Cultivation Grow Lead

The Grow Lead is responsible for supporting daily cultivation operations and providing workflow coordination for the cultivation team in alignment with Elevated Roots’ standards and the pillars of Elevate, Enhance, and Enlighten. This role assists with plant care, environmental upkeep, nutrient and pesticide preparation, and assigning tasks to the team under the guidance of the Grow Supervisor. 

The Grow Lead plays an important role in ensuring cultivation tasks are completed safely, consistently, and in compliance with Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) regulations (935 CMR 500.105), EPA/MSDS requirements, and Elevated Roots SOPs. 

This position is non-exempt, on-site, and physically demanding, requiring early arrival to disarm the building, prep workspaces, and ensure the facility is ready for the cultivation team.

Scheduled Workdays: Wednesday–Saturday

Scheduled Hours: Expected arrival at 5:45 AM, workday ending at 4:30 PM

Core Responsibilities 

Team Coordination & Workflow Support 

Support the Grow Supervisor in assigning and prioritizing daily tasks to cultivation team members. 

Delegate task order during weekend shifts or when the Supervisor is off-site. 

Provide performance-related observations and feedback to management. 

Assist with training new team members on cultivation workflow, SOPs, and safety practices. 

Serve as the on-site point of contact for cultivation operations when both the Grow Supervisor and Cultivation Director are off-site (primarily Saturdays). 

Plant Care & Cultivation Operations

Support all stages of plant growth, including watering, feeding, pruning, defoliation, cloning, trellising, and general plant maintenance. 

Mix clone nutrients (typically 5-gallon batches) according to SOPs. 

Assist in preparing and applying approved pesticides as required and in accordance with EPA, MSDS, OSHA, MDAR, and CCC regulations. 

Monitor plant health and report pests, mold, pathogens, or abnormalities promptly. 

Handle and transport live plants, wet material, and plant waste in compliance with chain-of-custody and Limited Access Area rules.

Compliance, Documentation & Safety 

Follow all Elevated Roots cultivation SOPs, sanitation standards, and compliance procedures. 

Maintain accurate daily logs, task records, and environmental documentation as required. 

Ensure all activities remain compliant with 935 CMR 500 including access control, cleanliness, storage standards, and product handling. 

Enforce proper PPE usage, chemical handling procedures, and OSHA/EPA safety protocols. 

Support the Grow Supervisor in ensuring the facility is always “survey-ready” for CCC inspections. 

Serve as a backup contact for regulatory surveys or inspections and support documentation requests. 

Ensure no cannabis material leaves the facility without authorized approval. 

Facility Cleanliness, Organization & Upkeep

Maintain clean, safe, and organized cultivation rooms, equipment, tools, and workspaces. 

Ensure grow equipment and tools are cleaned, sanitized, and stored properly at the end of each shift. 

Support environmental adjustments and room resets as assigned. 

Uphold facility readiness for all audit, compliance, and operational requirements. 

Additional Duties

Participate in ongoing professional development and cultivation training. 

Support cross-department tasks as assigned by the Grow Supervisor or Cultivation Director. 

Perform other duties as assigned to support cultivation operations. 

Attendance & Work Schedule

Scheduled Workdays: Wednesday–Saturday 

Scheduled Hours: Expected arrival at 5:45 AM, workday ending at 4:30 PM 

Responsible for disarming the building and preparing the facility before team arrival. 

Overtime available upon request but not required. 

Must maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance, which is essential for workflow and compliance. 

Must follow company policies for reporting absences, lateness, and schedule changes. 

Excessive unscheduled absences or tardiness may impact compliance and employment eligibility.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Work performed in indoor grow rooms with exposure to humidity, warm and cool temperatures, and strong plant odors. 

Exposure to fertilizers, pesticides, water systems, loud equipment, and general warehouse conditions. 

Frequent bending, climbing ladders (up to 12’), kneeling, lifting, and carrying. 

Must wear required PPE when handling chemicals or working in designated areas. 

Must be comfortable working with plants, plant materials, and cleaning chemicals. 

Required skills:

• Experience supervising, coordinating, or leading cultivation staff. 
• Strong ability to motivate, guide, and support a team. 
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including standing, kneeling, bending, lifting (50 lbs), and repetitive motion for extended periods. 
• Ability to work safely in a warehouse-style agricultural environment. 
• Comfortable working in environments with heat, cold, humidity, noise, dust, odors, allergens, and plant materials. 
• Ability to mix and apply nutrients and pesticides according to SOPs. 
• Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly in a fast-paced setting. 
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and authorization to work in the U.S. 
• Must be 21+, able to pass a background check, and eligible for Agent registration. 
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, email, and written communication.
  
  

Desired skills:

• Experience in cannabis cultivation, agriculture, horticulture, or related fields. 
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or labor-intensive roles. 
• Coursework or a degree in horticulture, plant science, or agriculture.